Parent-Reported Outcomes of Recreational Therapy in School-Based Settings: An Exploratory HCSBS Analysis of Social Competence and Antisocial Behavior

2026 ATRA Annual Conference – Session Descriptions

October 17–19, 2026 | Brea, CA

The following session descriptions represent the planned educational program for the 2026 ATRA Annual Conference in Brea, CA. While every effort has been made to provide accurate information, session content, presenters, schedules, and locations remain subject to change.

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Session Description

This poster presents an exploratory analysis of parent-reported outcomes of school-based recreational therapy (RT) using the Home and Community Social Behavior Scales (HCSBS). The project examines social competence and antisocial behavior in K–12 students receiving RT services and highlights the value of incorporating parent perspectives to better understand functioning beyond the school setting. The poster emphasizes the importance of multi-informant assessment and provides a framework for evaluating RT outcomes across home, school, and community environments.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify the purpose of using parent-reported measures (HCSBS) in evaluating school-based recreational therapy. 2. Differentiate between school-based and home/community-based assessment perspectives in RT evaluation. 3. Recognize key considerations when evaluating RT outcomes across multiple environments (school, home, community).

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Target Audience

Primary Presenter

Kelley McCubbin, Oklahoma State University - Stillwater

Biographical Information

Kelley McCubbin, PhD, CTRS/L, is an Assistant Teaching Professor at Oklahoma State University. Her work focuses on recreational therapy (RT) practice and research, with an emphasis on school-based RT, professional burnout, the role of professional associations, and factors impacting student outcomes such as recreation habits and life satisfaction.

ATRA SoCal : 2026 Session Description

October 17–19, 2026

The Embassy Suites, Brea, California

2026 ATRA Annual Conference – Session Descriptions